Gyōki

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Gyōki (行基 668 - 749) was a Japanese priest of Nara period. Historians believe that he was a descendant of people from Baekje in the Korean Peninsula.

Born in Kawachi Province, Gyoki learned theology in Kandaiji temple. He then formed a volunteer group to help the poor in Kansai region, but the group was oppressed by the government. However, he was recognized later and was given a rank of Daisojo in 745. He also contributed to building of Todaiji.

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